Mascarpone Fruit Pie Recipe
Overview:
This outstanding Mascarpone Fruit Pie is a delightful dessert that’s both easy to make and incredibly delicious. Perfect for any occasion, this pie features a luscious mascarpone filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a colorful array of fresh fruits. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a sweet treat, this pie is sure to impress!
Recipe Information:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 1 pie
- Category: Pie
- Keywords: Dessert, Cheese, Fruit, < 30 Mins, No Cook, Refrigerator
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 40 graham cracker wafers, crushed
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2/3 cup fruit liqueur (or substitute with fruit juice)
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 2 cups assorted sliced fruits (such as berries, kiwi, mango, and pineapple)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Combine melted butter and crushed graham cracker wafers together in a 9-inch pie plate. |
| 2 | Spread the mixture evenly up the sides of the pie plate to form a crust. Press firmly to ensure it holds together. |
| 3 | In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, liqueur (or fruit juice), and whipping cream. Beat the mixture until creamy and well combined. |
| 4 | Spread the mascarpone mixture evenly onto the prepared crust, ensuring it reaches the edges. |
| 5 | Chill the pie in the refrigerator until set, usually for about 2-3 hours or until firm. |
| 6 | Once the pie has chilled, arrange the assorted sliced fruits over the top in a decorative pattern. |
| 7 | Return the pie to the refrigerator and chill thoroughly before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together. |
| 8 | Slice and serve the Mascarpone Fruit Pie chilled, and enjoy the creamy texture and refreshing burst of fruity flavors with every bite! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 281
- Fat: 18.9g
- Saturated Fat: 9.7g
- Cholesterol: 42.6mg
- Sodium: 100.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 26.9g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 4.9g
- Protein: 1.8g
Tips:
- Feel free to experiment with different types of fruit liqueurs or juices to customize the flavor of the pie according to your preference.
- For added convenience, you can prepare the pie crust and mascarpone filling ahead of time and assemble the pie just before serving.
- Garnish the pie with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an extra touch of elegance.
- This pie is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap to prevent the fruits from drying out.
- Serve slices of this Mascarpone Fruit Pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert experience.
